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Alan H
@alan678.bsky.social
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Love photography, a few photos actually published. 😁 All photos ( excluding reposts) posted by me belong to me. This is an inclusive of all friendly place. Host #BirdOfTheDay with Rob. #EastCoastKin Arts Collective Member
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Alan H @alan678.bsky.social · 8h
For Rob’s alt theme of #Blue I’m going with the Jay, took this 2 days ago. #BirdOfTheDay #birds #EastCoastKin
A Eurasian jay perches on a leafy branch, its warm pinkish-brown body and pale face sharply in focus. The bird looks alert to the left, showing its distinctive black moustache stripe and striking blue-and-black barred patch on the folded wing. Glossy green leaves and soft, blurred woodland tones fill the background, creating a calm natural setting.
alan678.bsky.social
I have to leave to do some hiking in the mountains with my dog. Will be back to help Rob late afternoon as I’m taking the long route up and round. Hope you all behave yourselves, especially Sabine. 😁 Here’s a corner of my garden in late spring for #RedWed #photography #flowers #EastCoastKin
Bright red azalea blossoms fill the foreground in dense clusters, their vivid petals catching direct sunlight. Behind them, a tall lilac bush rises with soft purple flower cones and green leaves against a clear blue sky, creating a layered garden scene rich in spring colour and contrast.
February 11, 2026 at 10:18 AM
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robcrank68.bsky.social
Thanks Alan, this is the little one when he ventured away from mum, although she kept a close eye on him.
February 11, 2026 at 9:50 AM
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robcrank68.bsky.social
#TongueOutTuesday is exactly what it says, anything with it's #Tongue out. So here's a Amur Tiger, Orangutans, Reindeer & Colombian Spider Monkey at Blackpool Zoo.

#mammals #photography #EastCoastKin #wildlifephotography #ZooLife #PhotographyIsArt #CanonR5mkii #naturephotography #naturetherapy
February 10, 2026 at 10:55 PM
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robcrank68.bsky.social
It's #TwosDay where #Pairs #Duos #Doubles of whatever you want to share for all to see, so here's a pair of Goosanders, Gadwalls, Northern Shovelers & Magpies captured at Pennington Flash NR

#birds #photography #EastCoastKin #CanonPhotography #ukbirding #birdphotography #CanonR5MKII #BirdLife
February 10, 2026 at 9:57 PM
alan678.bsky.social
For Rob’s alt theme of #Blue I’m going with the Jay, took this 2 days ago. #BirdOfTheDay #birds #EastCoastKin
A Eurasian jay perches on a leafy branch, its warm pinkish-brown body and pale face sharply in focus. The bird looks alert to the left, showing its distinctive black moustache stripe and striking blue-and-black barred patch on the folded wing. Glossy green leaves and soft, blurred woodland tones fill the background, creating a calm natural setting.
February 11, 2026 at 9:26 AM
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fozziefotos.bsky.social
Another combo. #WindowsonWednesday + #AlphabetChallenge #WeekFforFramed #EastCoastKin
#photography #photo
a shot through an open window in a stone wall. Through the stone window frame jagged rocks can be seen stretching out into the blue sea. Above is a pale blue sky dotted with fluffy clouds
February 11, 2026 at 8:51 AM
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beautysurroundsyou.com
When photographing wildlife, I love to capture the more artistic and subtle aspects: Soft afternoon light graces an elephant's beautifully textured face in Namibia's Etosha National Park.

#photography #wildlife #nature #bluesky #naturephotography #wildlifephotography #sunset #art
February 9, 2026 at 1:46 PM
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soph0517.bsky.social
#RedWed #ColorADay #Macro #MacroPhotography #Photography #EastCoastKin

Have a splendid hump day 🐪😁
Macro close-up of bright red berries with a clear water droplet resting on top, reflecting green leaves and light in the background.
February 11, 2026 at 9:11 AM
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denterrick.bsky.social
Posting more blue skies for no particular reason 🙂. One of the clearest bluest skies I can remember, from April 2024.

#Hiking #Photography #BlueSky #EastCoastKin #Ireland
A country house behind an old stone wall. This is near Lough Tay (the Guinness Lake) in Co. Wicklow. Yellow gorse and trees in the foreground with the Ballinastoe Hills rising behind the house. A glorious, clear blue sky above it all.
February 10, 2026 at 8:43 PM
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denterrick.bsky.social
Monday morning hike in the mossy mossy woods.

#Hiking #Photography #EastCoastKin #WoodlandWednesday #Dublin #Ireland
A wet morning in Mullaghmeen Forest in Meath. A pleasant enough woodland walk but part of the forest is being cut down. Coillte strikes again.
February 11, 2026 at 8:51 AM
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annaquent.bsky.social
Mal Pause machen.
#squirrel
Rotes Eichhörnchen auf einem Ast, sitzt auf dem Hinterläufen, ausgerichtet zur linken Bildseite, den Oberkörper in Richtung des Betrachtenden gedreht, die Vorderpfoten an die Brust gelegt, und schaut aus dem Bild heraus. Der Schwanz ist am Körper hochgestellt, und es trägt lange Ohrpinsel.
February 11, 2026 at 8:45 AM
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This great crested grebe from my trip to @wwtworldwide.bsky.social Barnes yesterday for #BirdofthrDay #Waterbirds #Birds @robcrank68.bsky.social @alan678.bsky.social
February 11, 2026 at 8:46 AM
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ianparsons.bsky.social
Today's #birdoftheday themes is water #birds
Great Crested Grebe is my offering, Art Deco birds.
@alan678.bsky.social @robcrank68.bsky.social @iand777.bsky.social 🪶
February 11, 2026 at 8:28 AM
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photographyguy28.bsky.social
#Gardeningfeed 🌱
#NaturePhotography
#PhotographersOfBlueSky
#NatureLover #Photography
Good Afternoon BlueSky Folks
Here is a Picture of a Dwarf Iris
I Managed To Take This Morning while on a Short Walk around my Neighbourhood.
Captured on a iPhone 17 pro
This image shows a cluster of vibrant purple flowers blooming amidst a thick layer of dry, brown fallen leaves. These appear to be Dwarf Irises (Iris reticulata), which are among the earliest flowers to bloom in late winter or early spring. Key Features • The Flowers: The petals are a rich violet-blue with distinct white and dark purple markings (and a hint of yellow) on the "falls"—the downward-curving petals. • The Foliage: Thin, pointed green leaves emerge from the center of the cluster, standing upright and contrasting with the dull tones of the forest floor. • The Setting: The ground is heavily covered in crunchy, decaying deciduous leaves (likely oak or beech), indicating a garden bed or woodland area that hasn't been cleared for spring yet. These little guys are famous for being "snow drops" of the iris world, often popping up while there's still a chill in the air.
February 10, 2026 at 4:11 PM
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photographyguy28.bsky.social
#Birds🪶🦉
#NaturePhotography
#PhotographersOfBlueSky
#NatureLover,#UKBirding
#WildlifePhotography
Good Evening and Goodnight
Bluesky Folks! Here is another picture of a Common Wood pigeon that I Captured Today while on a walk.Taken on a iPhone 17 pro
This image features a Common Wood Pigeon (Columba palumbus) standing on a textured, earthy ground. This bird is a classic sight in many gardens and parks across Europe. Subject Details • Appearance: The pigeon has the characteristic blue-grey plumage on its head and back, with a slightly pinkish-buff breast. • Distinguishing Marks: You can clearly see the white patch on the side of its neck, which is the hallmark of an adult Wood Pigeon. It also has a distinct white band on its wing (visible even while folded) and a bright yellow-orange beak with a white base. • Posture: The bird is captured in profile, looking toward the right, appearing alert and poised. Background and Environment • Surface: It is standing on what looks like a mix of damp soil, mulch, and leaf litter. The ground has a somewhat glistening or wet appearance, suggesting recent rain or a damp environment. • Composition: The lighting is soft and natural, highlighting the subtle iridescence often found on a pigeon's neck feathers.
February 9, 2026 at 10:31 PM
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photographyguy28.bsky.social
#Birds🪶🦉
#NaturePhotography
#PhotographersOfBlueSky
#NatureLover,#UKBirding
#WildlifePhotography
Good morning, Bluesky friends! I’ve captured another picture of a European Robin today during my walk. It was taken on my iPhone 17 Pro.
This is a serene, vertical shot of a European Robin perched atop a thick, ivy-covered branch against a soft, pale blue sky. The Subject: European Robin The bird is the focal point, captured in profile looking toward the left. It has the classic, plump silhouette of a robin, featuring: • Distinctive Coloring: A vibrant orange-red face and breast that transitions into a brownish-olive back and wings. • Deteremined Expression: A small, dark, pointed beak and a sharp black eye that gives it an alert appearance. • Posture: It’s standing firmly on its thin legs, showcasing its rounded body. The Setting • The Perch: The bird is resting on a weathered, light-colored tree stump or thick branch. Dark green ivy leaves with prominent light veins wrap around the base of the perch, adding a touch of organic texture. • The Background: The backdrop is a clean, minimalist gradient of light blue/grey sky. This lack of clutter makes the warm tones of the robin's feathers really pop. • Lighting: The lighting is soft and diffused, suggesting either an overcast day or the gentle light of early morning, which minimizes harsh shadows. Fun Fact: Despite their cute appearance, European Robins are famously territorial and will fiercely defend their garden space!
February 10, 2026 at 10:51 AM
alan678.bsky.social
Good morning. My cohost Rob’s @robcrank68.bsky.social themes for #BirdOfTheDay are #WaterBirds, any bird that lives in or get's it food from water, the Alt theme is #Blue, any bird with Blue on it. I’m going with a sleeping Redshank. #birds #photography #RedWed #EastCoastKin
A Common Redshank stands asleep atop a weathered wooden fence post, its head tucked slightly down and eye closed. Its soft brown and grey plumage catches warm golden light, while its long bright orange-red legs and slender bill contrast against the blurred green countryside background. A strand of barbed wire runs across the lower part of the scene, emphasizing the rural setting and the bird’s quiet, balanced rest.
February 11, 2026 at 8:46 AM
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javajanegallery.co.uk
#BirdOfTheDay
Alt theme is #Blue any bird with Blue on it.
Blue Bellied Roller
#Birds🪶🦉
#NaturePhotography #birdphotography
#EastCoastKin
@robcrank68.bsky.social
February 11, 2026 at 8:33 AM
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oldmanrambling.bsky.social
#AlphabetChallenge #WeekFforFramed
#ColorADay
#RedWed
#ForJanet
#EastCoastKin
The English Channel, turbulent as it hits the shore at Bexhill-on-Sea, Sussex. My lovely wife gazes to France and our Fox Terrier, Patsy is framed in the railings of the promenade, watching me as I capture the scene.
A small black and white terrier, wearing a pink and black harness attached to a blue leash is framed in an oblong section of metal safety railings at the edge of a brown promenade with a choppy blue sea as backdrop. She faces the camera. Next to the dog, to the right, and holding the leash, but facing the sea, a woman wears black slacks and long red coat with hood plus a wool red hat. The picture was taken in early March four years ago. Camera: iPhone XS
February 11, 2026 at 8:35 AM
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marjosl.bsky.social
Good morning all, some color with this patch of tulips last year on the Keukenhof at Lisse on a rain day 🌧 for
#ColorADay #RedWed #EastCoastKin #mobilephonephotography #zeldenzomooigezien
February 11, 2026 at 8:32 AM
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robcrank68.bsky.social
Today's #BirdOfTheDay theme is #WaterBirds, any bird that lives in or get's it food from water, the Alt theme is #Blue, any bird with Blue on it.
Here's a Little Grebe, Great Crested Grebe, Little Egret & Kingfisher.

#birds #EastCoastKin #CanonR5mkii #photography @rspb.bsky.social #CanonPhotography
February 11, 2026 at 8:19 AM
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It’s a wet Wednesday today but that doesn’t stop me from posting a beautiful poppy framed by dewy grass for #RedWed!
#ColorADay #naturephotography #flowers #poppy #photography #AlphabetChallenge #WeekFForFramed
#PhotographersOfBluesky
#EastCoastKin
This photo captures a vibrant common poppy (Papaver rhoeas) in a natural grassy field, showcasing its striking red bloom amid surrounding greenery and companion flowers. The flower’s four delicate, crinkled petals unfold like tissue paper, slightly overlapping with subtle texture and a velvety sheen that catches the light, while the dark central stigma and stamens provide bold contrast. The petals appear thin, fragile, and vividly scarlet with possible faint basal spots, emphasizing their ephemeral quality as they last just one day per bloom. Their crumpled edges and soft, ruffled form highlight the plant’s wild delicacy, enhanced here by dewy grass blades framing the flower. Set in a lush meadow with tall oat-like grasses and scattered poppies, the image evokes a undisturbed summer habitat typical for this annual species, which thrives in disturbed soils like field edges. The low-angle view immerses the viewer in the scene, blending the poppy’s boldness with the subtle sway of surrounding vegetation.
February 11, 2026 at 6:24 AM
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javajanegallery.co.uk
Mid week and #WaderWednesday #HeronsDay
In flight catching a bit of sun - close crop and not sharp

#Birds🪶🦉
#NaturePhotography #birdphotography
February 11, 2026 at 7:40 AM
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alinagrafik.bsky.social
#RockinTuesday #ColorADay #BlueTue #FebruArty #Fear

The end of Bishop Peak's trail to the top of the mountain. Not advisable if you are afraid of heights! Some people continue to climb to the top of the rocks. 😬

#EastCoastKin #Hiking #BishopPeak #WestCoastKin #MountainClimbing
There are two benches placed at the top of Bishop Peak. One is lower and has a dog bowl with water at its base in the shade. The other bench is even higher. The words "End of trail" are marked on the side of this bench. Both offer amazing view of the San Luis Obispo area...the valley and city below. There are a few green shrubs growing through the rocks, and there are even higher, larger boulders at the top of the photo/mountain. The sky is blue. Bishop Peak trail in San Luis Obispo, California
February 10, 2026 at 3:10 PM
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handcranked.bsky.social
Feeder frenemies

#BirdOfTheDay #OddCouples #AnimalArtTuesday #EastCoastKin #PhotographersUnited
A black-capped chickadee eating at a bird feeder on a big tree. A white-breasted nuthatch lingers nearby.
February 11, 2026 at 2:12 AM